Gauntlet Gallery — Complete Mr Brainwash Print Index
Love To The Rescue (Gold)
Summary
Love To The Rescue (Gold) is a 2014 four-color screen print on hand-torn archival art paper, hand finished and issued in an edition of just 15 at 22.5 by 30 inches. Released for Valentine's Day, each sheet is signed, numbered, and carries the artist's verso thumbprint.
Why It Matters
With only 15 impressions, the Gold variant is by far the scarcest paper edition in this group. The combination of hand-finishing, the premium gold treatment, and a Valentine's Day release makes it a highly limited entry in MBW's love-themed output.
Collector Perspective
An edition of 15 puts this print in genuinely rare territory for a hand-finished MBW work. Collectors should confirm the Gold variant specifically, document the individual hand-finished surface, verify the 22.5 x 30-inch format, and check numbering and the verso thumbprint. The tiny edition size is its defining scarcity driver.
Historical Context
Part of Mr. Brainwash's 2014 Valentine's Day releases, the Love To The Rescue variants extended his romantic messaging across colorways. The Gold treatment at an edition of 15 represents the most exclusive tier of that seasonal group.
FAQ
How rare is the Gold variant?
It was issued in an edition of just 15, the smallest paper edition in this group.
Is each impression hand finished?
Yes, the print is hand finished, adding individual variation to each sheet.
Why was it released?
It was a special Valentine's Day edition in 2014.
What are the dimensions?
The sheet measures 22.5 by 30 inches.
About the Artist
Mr. Brainwash is the pseudonym of Thierry Guetta, a French-born, Los Angeles-based street artist who rose to prominence through Banksy's 2010 documentary Exit Through the Gift Shop. Originally a videographer who filmed street artists including Shepard Fairey and Banksy, Guetta reinvented himself as an artist, staging his ambitious 2008 debut show "Life Is Beautiful" in Los Angeles. His work draws heavily on pop-art appropriation, remixing icons such as Warhol, Einstein, Charlie Chaplin, and spray-paint splatters. He has produced album art and large-scale exhibitions across the U.S. and Europe.
Collecting Mr Brainwash at Gauntlet Gallery
What Mr. Brainwash prints should I buy first?
Start with hand-finished screenprints and stencil works from his named exhibitions, where each impression is signed, numbered, and often uniquely embellished with spray-paint or stamps. Smaller editions and show-related pieces from "Life Is Beautiful" and later gallery runs are the most recognizable entry points. At Gauntlet Gallery we prioritize pieces with clean condition and complete signing.
How is authenticity documented?
Gauntlet Gallery sells Mr. Brainwash works with documented studio provenance and the artist's own signature, numbering, and thumbprint or stamp where present. We photograph the exact piece you receive, including signature and edition details, so what you verify is what ships.
What drives value?
Value is driven by edition size, whether the piece is hand-embellished versus a flat print, subject popularity, condition, and provenance tied to a documented exhibition. Signed, low-numbered, and uniquely finished impressions command the strongest premiums.